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The Team USA golfers Nelly Korda, Lilia Vu, and Rose Zhang did not make it to the medal stand at the Olympics due to their struggles with water hazards at Le Golf National. Despite making 42 birdies and two eagles collectively, they placed outside the top positions in the tournament. Zhang had the best finish among the Americans, falling short of the bronze medal by two shots after a strong birdie on the final hole. On the other hand, Korda, the defending gold medalist, had a challenging week with several costly mistakes, including a quadruple bogey and a triple bogey.…

Chandler Parsons, a former NBA player, found himself at a crossroads when his career came to a sudden halt due to career-ending injuries sustained in a car accident in January 2020. Despite missing the game, he quickly adapted to retirement, getting engaged to his now-wife and starting a family in a short timeframe. He also dabbled in TV work, finding his first job outside of basketball. However, it wasn’t until he discovered golf that Parsons truly felt a sense of fulfillment and purpose in his post-NBA life. Golf provided him with the competitive edge and camaraderie that he missed from…

The LPGA Hall of Fame has a prestigious history dating back to 1951, with the inaugural class including legends like Patty Berg, Betty Jameson, Louise Suggs, Babe Zaharias, Betsy Rawls, and Mickey Wright. Over the years, the criteria for induction have evolved, requiring players to earn points through various achievements such as LPGA wins, major titles, Vare Trophy or Rolex Player of the Year honors, and even an Olympic gold medal. Lydia Ko made a significant impact on the golf world by becoming the 35th player to qualify for the Hall of Fame after winning a gold medal at the…

The popularity of high-lofted fairway woods, specifically 7-woods, has been on the rise in recent years, with many professional golfers opting for these clubs in their bags. While this trend may seem recent, the origins of the high-lofted fairway wood can be traced back to the 1980s when Lee Trevino popularized the use of the 6-wood. As a low-ball hitter who struggled with traditional long irons, Trevino found the 6-wood to be a versatile and essential club in his bag. In a 1982 issue of GOLF Magazine, Trevino spoke highly of the 6-wood, calling it his “baby” and praising its…

When it comes to playing golf, factors like wind and elevation can have a major impact on your game. These variables can mess with your mental game and make it difficult to choose the right clubs to hit. However, there are ways to simplify the process and calculate your club selection more easily. In this article, Golfweek’s fitness expert and long driver Averee Dovsek shares her tips on how to calculate your club selection based on elevation and wind. By following these tips, you can improve your game and make better decisions on the course. To start, it’s important to…

Since golf returned to the Olympic Games in 2016, seven women have had the incredible experience of standing on the podium and receiving a medal. Out of these women, Shanshan Feng, the bronze medalist from the Rio de Janeiro Olympics, has already retired from the LPGA and now serves as the Chinese National Team coach. On the other hand, gold medalist from 2016, Inbee Park, is currently on a break from the tour as she is pregnant with her second child. In addition to being a standout golfer, Park is also vying for a place on the IOC’s Athlete’s Commission.…

The 2024 Olympics golf competitions in Paris recently concluded with the United States maintaining its lead on the medal table. Scottie Scheffler secured the top prize in the men’s competition, shooting a final-round 62 at Le Golf National. He edged out Great Britain’s Tommy Fleetwood, who claimed the silver medal, and Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama, who won the bronze. In the women’s competition, Lydia Ko of New Zealand took home the gold medal, completing a trifecta after winning silver in 2016 and bronze in 2021. Ko is responsible for all three of New Zealand’s medals in golf at the Olympics. Germany’s…

Rianne Malixi and Asterisk Talley are set to face off once again, this time at the 2024 U.S. Women’s Amateur at the Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The championship match, a rematch of their showdown at the U.S. Girls’ Junior just three weeks prior, is scheduled to begin on Saturday afternoon and continue on Sunday. Due to anticipated weather conditions, the first 18 holes were moved to Saturday, creating a rare break in play. This marks the first time in USGA history that the U.S. Women’s Amateur final will start on a Saturday and the first time in…